More elderly could benefit from drugs to prevent heart disease, study shows
Institute for Health Research drugs prescribed to more patients aged 75 and over will help to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease for that group.
Libor Pains…and Other Stories
We have all become too desensitised to the Libor scandal. It will down us.
Top Birmingham restaurant is banning mobile phones from the dinner table
A top Birmingham restaurant is banning mobile phones from the dinner table during Birmingham Food Fest, following the results of an etiquette survey, which was published this week.
Birmingham to host major UK film premiere
Cineworld, the UK’s leading cinema chain, is to host the UK premiere of Dr Seuss’ The Lorax in 3D at Cineworld Birmingham Broad Street on 22nd July 2012.
Become a Light House Ambassador
Light House on the look out for enthusiastic Ambassadors in unique scheme to build new audiences
Dress to get dirty in Digbeth
Learn more about contemporary art as you explore sculptural materials in a hands-on, artist-led, family workshop.
What’s on at Ikon Gallery over the summer
Ikon announces its Family, Learning and Events diary for the summer.
New life for Old Library
Fazeley Events have announced a new venue in Birmingham’s trendy Digbeth district.
United from Birmingham for 15 years
United Airlines celebrated the 15th anniversary of service between Birmingham and its New York hub, Newark Liberty International Airport, with a gate ceremony at Birmingham Airport today.
Olympic treat for Symphony Hall
Birthday celebrations are set to end in style
Another Elston Scoop: Syrian Hardman to Police The Olympics
Howard Elston (OBE, DOA) interviews secret Olympic sources to find out how the Games will be made secure following the G4S fiasco that left our very national safety at risk.
Advice from the Ambulance Service
West Midland Ambulance Service with some emergency guidelines.
Birmingham Council’s financial ‘black hole’ claim rebutted by LibDem
Former LibDem councillor Martin Mullaney takes issue with Birmingham’s Labour administration claim of a £21m hole in the council’s budget.
EZIO coming to The Glee
Don’t let the Tony Blair link put you off. EZIO are good!
The biggest philanthropic gift for undergraduate financial support in European history
The biggest philanthropic gift for undergraduate financial support in European history will underpin a major new scholarship programme at the University of Oxford
Coventry University students win the EWB Challenge
Coventry University engineering students recently emerge victorious after beating more than 2000 competitors to win first prize in the EWB Challenge, run by Engineers Without Borders UK
Learn about the heart and CPR at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital
Local people are invited to learn about the heart and CPR at a health talk taking place at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital next week.
Parking Folk
There might be no Glastonbury this summer, but Moseley is doing its best to compensate
What do YOU want from local television?
Here’s your chance to have your say on what you’d like to see on local television in Birmingham.
West Midlands Palestine Solidarity Campaign
Palestine rights campaign calls for G4S to be barred from West Midlands Police services contract
Summer holiday activities at The Public
This summer an abundance of fun-filled activities, uplifting children’s theatre and free interactive exhibitions will keep the whole family entertained at The Public in West Bromwich.
Laurence Inman reveals he is: “In love with Ezra Pound”
Laurence Inman has a ‘thing’ about Ezra, but doesn’t always quite get him.
More complaints than ever, but complaining should be easier, says Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman
Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman reveals that a record number of enquiries were received in the last year from people needing help with their complaint.
Council fears on spending
Birmingham’s financial situation is worse than previously believed, according to a new report.
Birmingham launches unique Public Services Academy
The University of Birmingham is launching a unique academy in collaboration with Birmingham City Council to provide a new focus for developing skills and leadership across public services in the West Midlands.
Meeting Royalty
Details have been released of this week’s royal visit to Birmingham.
West Midlands people invited to have their say in prioritising dementia research
A leading dementia support and research charity is inviting members of the public, professionals and people affected by the condition to help shape the future of dementia research.
Steady as she goes
So far Villa’s close-season has been unspectacular. Which is what Dave Woodhall was hoping for.
Wasting Police Time
Dave Woodhall looks at last week’s dramatic Megabus incident.
mac Birmingham hits half century
The Midlands’ most popular arts centre, mac birmingham, officially launched its 50th anniversary celebrations on Saturday with the opening of The Playmakers, a brand new exhibition which reflects the centre’s history.